On your own
Boost your buying budget without a loved one’s help.
Guarantor Mortgages
Boost your buying budget with the help of family or friends.
Family Remortgage
Build a house deposit using a loved one’s existing property.
Part Buy, Part Rent
Buy a share of a home and pay rent on the rest.
Standard Mortgage
Buy a home with a repayment mortgage
5.5x Income
Increased borrowing for first-time buyers
Professional Mortgage
Increased borrowing for professionals
Dynamic Ownership
Co-buy with friends or siblings
Deposit Unlock
Buy a new-build home with a 5% deposit
Armed Forces Help To Buy
Borrow up to £25,000 as an interest-free loan
Skipton Track Record Mortgage
Use your track record of paying rent to get a 100% mortgage
The Tembo guide to homeownership
Read our guides
Learn about guarantor and boost mortgages
For buyers who are struggling to raise a large enough house deposit, or whose income simply isn’t enough to get the mortgage they need, asking a family member or friend to act as a guarantor could be the answer.
Read moreThe steps to getting your first mortgage
Getting a mortgage at any time in your life can be daunting, but it’s probably never scarier or more confusing than the first-time. We’ll run through the process step-by-step, so when the time is right, you’re in the know.
Read moreGetting to grips with affordability
Bring it back to basics and learn all about affordability. From the UK's mortgage affordability rules, to ways to stretch how much you could borrow, we'll take you through everything you need to know about affordability.
Read moreFirst time buyers
We’ve put together the ultimate mortgage guide for first-time buyers - covering everything from affordability to stamp duty - so when you find your dream home, you’re ready to go.
Who can be a guarantor for a mortgage?
Who can be a guarantor for a mortgage? If you're wanting to buy a house or help someone get on the property ladder? Here are the UK guarantor requirements you need to know
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What is Shared Ownership and how does it work?
Shared ownership has become a popular choice for those looking to get on the ladder, faster. Read our guide to find out what shared ownership is, how it works and who is eligible.
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How To Buy Your First Home
Read about how to buy your first home and get on the property ladder here.
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Help To Buy alternative options for First Time Buyers
Tembo's Guide To Stamp Duty in 2022
How can a single person afford a house in the UK
Rethinking the Bank of Mum and Dad and mortgages
What Is An Equity Loan & How Can They Help You Buy With No Family Support?
Can a student get a mortgage?
What Is Mortgage Affordability & How To Increase It
Should I buy a house? When to rent vs buy
Mortgage basics
LTV, APR, DTI... it's enough to make your head spin. Let us break it down for you.
How much deposit do I need for a house?
Whilst deposits sound pretty straightforward, there is often more to them than meets the eye. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about house deposits.
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Do First Time Buyers pay Stamp Duty and how much is it?
When you’re saving to buy a house, your deposit can seem the only financial obstacle standing between you and your dream home. But once you’ve got 5%, 10% or 20% of the property price tucked away in a savings account or Lifetime ISA, it’s time to start thinking about fees and taxes too. In this guide, we'll run over what stamp duty is, whether first time buyers pay stamp duty and how much you'll pay.
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How to remortgage your house and when you can do it
You can remortgage for lots of different reasons. Read our guide on how to remortgage and how remortgaging works.
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How To Buy Someone Out Of A House: Steps & Tips
Broker vs lender: What's the difference?
What Is Mortgage Protection Insurance & Do I Need It?
Mortgage acronyms terms, explained
How to get a mortgage when you're Self Employed
What Is A Retirement Mortgage And Later Life Lending?
Why Is The Bank Of England Interest Rate Rising & What Does It Mean?
What Is Mortgage Affordability & How To Increase It
Starting your search
Wanting to buy a new place but don't know where to begin? Check out our guides to starting your buying journey.
How Long Does It Take To Buy A House? The Buying A House Timeline
How long does it take to buy a house? Read our step by step guide to buying a home.
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Housing Market Predictions 2022
What lies in store for those looking to buy a home in 2022? Read our guide to 2022's housing market.
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How to negotiate house price
Read our guide to find out the bargaining skills you’ll need to successfully negotiate a house price and how to make an offer on a house.
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How to get a mortgage as a first time buyer
The essential guide to buying a house together
Moving House: How Much Can I Afford & Steps For Moving To A New Home
How can a single person afford a house in the UK
Top Finance Influencer Instagram Accounts To Follow
How To Find Your Dream Home With Search Smartly
How To Buy Your First Home
What is a remortgage and how do they work?
Boost your buying budget
Here at Tembo, we specialise in boosting buyer's budgets with a range of innovative products, so they can get into the home they love. Read our guides to mortgages and schemes that could get you on the ladder, sooner.
What Is a Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Mortgage?
A joint borrower sole proprietor mortgage is a way to increase the amount you can borrow by adding a friend or family member's income to your mortgage application.
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What is a Springboard Mortgage and how do they work?
A family springboard mortgage allows first-time buyers to buy a home without any deposit. Here at Tembo, we call this a Savings as Security mortgage. But what is a springboard mortgage and how do they work? Keep reading to find out
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Alternative Ways To Buy A House & Increase Your House Budget
There are many different ways to buy a home if you need to increase your budget. Read our guide to the alternative ways you can buy a home.
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Is Shared Ownership Worth It & Is It Right For You?
What is a Joint Mortgage and how they work?
What is Help To Buy and how does it work?
The 5 Benefits Of A JBSP Mortgage
Can a parent help with a mortgage?
What is Shared Ownership and how does it work?
What Is An Equity Loan & How Can They Help You Buy With No Family Support?
What is a credit score & what is a good credit score?
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Whether you're looking to buy your first place, boost your budget or remortgage, we've got you covered. Make a plan and see how much you could afford.
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